Chapter 1- Intro to Personal Finance Flashcards
The granting of a loan and the creation of debt; any form of deferred payment
Credit
An obligation of repayment owed by one party to a second party; in most cases this includes repayment of the original loan amount plus interest
Debt
A system by which goods and services are produced and distributed
Economy
The knowledge and skillset necessary to be an informed consumer and manage finances effectively
Financial Literacy
A fee paid by a borrower to the lender for the use of borrowed money. Typically a percentage of the loan amount
Interest
A debt evidenced by a “note” which specifies the principal amount, interest rate, and date of repayment
Loan
All of the decisions and activities of an individual or family regarding their money.
Personal Finance
A person or organization that uses a product or service
Consumer